Southeast Asia remains a key region for fintech innovation, with venture capital firms playing an integral role in funding and scaling the next generation of disruptive startups. As the fintech landscape continues to mature, certain VCs have consistently backed high-growth fintech startups and shaped the region's ecosystem.

In this article, we highlight the top 10 venture capital firms investing in fintech in Southeast Asia, ranked by the number of publicly announced early-stage fintech deals in the past year. If you’re a fintech founder looking for the right investor, this list is for you!

Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-Seed to Series A
Ticket size: Up to 125k USD (venture program), up to 500k USD (direct & follow-on)
Fintech deals in 2024: Access Carbon, ArkoPay, Datung, Earlybird, Thane, Pexx, Neural Payments, Bizpaid, BorderDollar

Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally, partnering with pre-idea and pre-launch startups, from ‘Day Zero’. Antler is present in 30 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally and has made over 1,300 investments into early-stage startups.

Sector: Fintech
Stage: Pre-Seed to Seed
Ticket size: 70k SGD (accelerator), up to 350k SGD (follow-on)
Fintech deals in 2024: ArkoPay, Heymax, Inriskable, Mochi, Lunash, CashWise, Trivium

Tenity invests in entrepreneurs building the future of finance and beyond – from day one. Tenity offers high-intensity, hands-on programs for ambitious early-stage founders at the pre-seed stage looking to launch their venture and secure investment, with coaching, 1:1 mentoring, expert classes, and networking opportunities.

3. Insignia Ventures Partners

Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Seed to Series B
Ticket size: 100k to 10m USD
Fintech deals in 2024: Fluid, Surfin, First Circle

Insignia partners with founders at an early stage and supports them from seed through growth stage as their companies create meaningful impact for millions of people in Southeast Asia and beyond. With the firm’s team of 30+ investment and operating professionals who bring together decades of experience and proprietary networks, they equip founders with the tools they need for growth. Fintech unicorn investments include Ajaib and Tonik.

Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-Series A to Series A
Ticket size: 3m to 10m USD
Fintech deals in 2024: 1Long, iPiD, Pallav Technologies

Monk's Hill Ventures is backed by institutional investors and family offices worldwide, working with great entrepreneurs to use technology to improve the lives of millions of people in the region. The firm has a strong entrepreneurial foundation, led by entrepreneurs and operators, including CEOs and CTOs of successful tech companies in both Asia and Silicon Valley.

Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-Seed to Pre-Series A
Ticket size: 500k to 1m USD (Initial), 1-3m USD (Follow On)
Fintech deals in 2024: HD, Pallav Technologies, ProCredit

M Venture Partners (MVP) is deeply committed to driving positive change. MVP actively seeks out visionary founders throughout Southeast Asia and India who are driven not just by outsized success but by a profound commitment to improving lives and the world we inhabit.

6. Cento Ventures

Sector: Fintech and Ecommerce
Stage: Series A to Series B
Ticket size: 1m to 2m USD
Fintech deals in 2024: Finfra, ProCredit, Doxa Holdings

Beyond financial backing, Cento Ventures offers practical support through strategic insights, industry expertise, and access to a robust network of resources. Cento Ventures usually leads Series A funding rounds, investing in companies that have demonstrated market demand for their products and require funding to execute the next phase of their roadmap.

Sector: Fintech
Stage: Pre-Seed to Series B
Ticket size: 100k to 3m USD
Fintech deals in 2024: BillEase, iPiD

Saison Capital is the venture capital arm of Credit Saison, a 30bn USD AUM financial services conglomerate with an active presence across Japan, India, Southeast Asia and Latin America. Saison Capital leverages the group’s extensive financial services operating background and resources across the globe.

Sector: Fintech & AI
Stage: Seed to Series A
Ticket size: 500k to 1m USD
Fintech deals in 2024: Pallav Technologies, Ringkas

Kadan Capital is an early-stage VC firm investing in category-defining startups in Asia and beyond. The firm specializes in Fintech, AI and B2B SaaS, supporting its portfolio companies through capital, advice and a network of partners. Kadan Capital is known for its long-term partnership approach and strong founder focus.

Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-seed to Series A
Ticket size: 250k to 500k USD
Fintech deals in 2024: Djoin, Halogen Capital

500 Global invests in founders building technology companies that drive economic growth in fast-growing markets. With their Southeast Asia funds, the firm targets innovation in this region. With a robust global network spanning multiple continents, 500 Global connects its portfolio companies with resources, expertise, and strategic partners worldwide. Fintech unicorn investments include Kredivo and FinAccel.

Sector: Fintech
Stage: Seed
Ticket size: 250k to 500k USD
Fintech deals in 2024: iPiD

1982 Ventures is a Singapore-based VC firm focused on investing in early-stage fintech start-ups in Southeast Asia, experienced in leading and executing fintech deals in the region. Their focus makes them the first port of call for fintech founders and the first money-in. Their local networks provide them with exclusive deal flow, on-the-ground insights and access to decision-makers.

Conclusion

As Southeast Asia's fintech landscape continues to mature, venture capital firms play a vital role in fostering innovation and helping high-potential startups scale. For fintech founders, finding the right investment partners is crucial for gaining both financial backing and strategic support to thrive in this dynamic market.

At Kadan Capital, we are committed to backing the next generation of fintech entrepreneurs. If you are a fintech founder building in this space, connect with us.

Looking for leading VCs across sectors in Singapore and Southeast Asia? You can find these here.

Source: Crunchbase, OpenVC, Kadan Capital Deal Data

Top Fintech VCs in Singapore & Southeast Asia 2025

1. Antler